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Building on the momentum of our most recent Summit and Annual Meeting theme, Cooperative Connections, Wisconsin Co-op Day at the Capitol brings that spirit to life by uniting cooperative leaders, members, and advocates to strengthen relationships and elevate our shared voice.

This day is more than a gathering — it’s an opportunity to connect directly with policymakers, showcase the impact of cooperatives, and work together to shape a stronger future for our communities.

When cooperatives come together, we create shared strength, spark new opportunities, and demonstrate the power of collaboration.

Join us as we turn connection into action and ensure the cooperative voice is heard where it matters most.

Please contact Dawn Bausch, Chief Administrative Officer, at dawn@cooperativenetwork.coop or (608) 258-4390 for registration information.

Event Agenda

8:00 am

Registration

8:30 am

Welcome, Introductions, & Run of the Day

Jennifer Wickman, Cooperative Network Government Affairs Director-WI

8:45 am

Cooperative Network's Role in Advocacy & Beyond

Ben Nelson, Cooperative Network Executive Director

9:15 am

Updates from State Agency Leaders

Randy Romanski, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Affairs
Amy Pechacek, Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development

10:00 am

Legislative Briefing

Jennifer Wickman, Cooperative Network Government Affairs Director-WI

10:40 am

BREAK & Transition to Madison Ballroom

Ted Case, Executive Director of the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative Association (ORECA)

12:00 pm

Lunch (Caucus Room)

1:20 pm

Group Photo - State Capitol Entrance at Wisconsin Avenue

1:30 pm

Capitol Visits with Wisconsin State Legislators

3:00 pm

Co-ops in the Rotunda

Representatives from several cooperative sectors will be stationed on the first floor of the State Capitol Rotunda

4:00 pm

Legislative Reception at the Monona Terrace

Hosted by The Wisconsin Credit Union League